If you’re not much of a planner or just find the whole planning process a little stress-inducing, we’ve got you. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, planning a surprise dinner, celebrating a holiday, or getting ready to pop the big question – this list is filled with all kinds of restaurants to perfectly suit your special occasion.
When you have an enormous amount of love for someone, it can be intimidating to pick the perfect spot to express how much you care. Be relieved knowing that this list is dialed in, and also know that wherever you eat does NOT have to be a reflection of your adoration and can instead be a way to celebrate it (if you so choose).
With all of that said, here are some amazing restaurants to celebrate that special occasion!
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263 East Whittier Street Columbus, OH 43206 • $$$$$
Central
At Barcelona we work hard every day to present great atmosphere, incredible service, a warm environment, and above all, wonderful food.
Welcome to Barcelona. ...
BD’s Mongolian Grill, located at 3977 Worth Avenue in Columbus is the original create-your-stir-fry restaurant, serving up a unique, fun and interactive ...
An Italian Restaurant providing a wide variety of family style meals featuring: Pizza, Stromboli and Pasta, all made with our fresh gourmet tomato sauce. ...
Prominently located on bustling S. 3rd Street in historic German Village, Cento is set in the heart of this neighborhood.
Guests enter through a canopy ...
A DELICIOUS ADDITION TO THE CAMERON MITCHELL COLLECTION
… INSPIRED BY THE BEST OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
Savor the freshest fare from sea, garden and ...
We've received national acclaim for our USDA Prime Steaks, Seafood & Sushi and Impeccable Service. We call this combination of elements The Jeff Ruby ...
Consistently voted one of Columbus' Best Restaurant. Lindey's is an iconic Columbus restaurant that has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York ...
Good friends, good food, love of family, and a place where it all comes together. That's Marcella's, a bustling Italian restaurant where you can forget ...
Martini Modern Italian is where timeless and innovative dining intersect, blending contemporary Italian style with classic Italian influence. We celebrate ...
Authentic italian Established in 2011. Nicola Restaurant and Bar is dynamic, cultural and fun for all who want to experience the taste, aroma and feel ...
81 Mill Street, Suite 150 Gahanna, Ohio 43230 • $$$$$
Northeast
Welcome to Nostalgia Brewing! Enjoy a mix of craft beer, delicious food, and unforgettable moments. Relax on our patio with a refreshing pint. Our hand-crafted ...
The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Columbus, a 55,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, ...
A new modern dining experience with a world class selection of steaks, seafood, pastas and more. Located at Luxe 23 in the heart of the Short North near ...
Stories on High is Columbus' tallest rooftop bar, towering 28 stories over High Street and offering 360-degree views of the city from our two terraces. ...
Welcome to The Avenue. An all-occasion steakhouse that glows with sizzle and warmth. Serving fine steaks and tavern fare to family and friends in Grandview's ...
An homage to Appalachian heritage cooking, The Crest’s menus are inspired by simple, tavern fare and the foods and cooking techniques (foraging, canning ...
The Guild House is our artisan eatery featuring creative American cuisine available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We proudly source locally grown ingredients ...
The Pearl is our take on a gastropub. It's a restaurant for people who love food -- the kind of food our chefs love to create and enjoy. We're pairing ...
The historical 19th century building offers a very unique intimate ambiance. Award-winning Contemporary and Classic French Cuisine, the greatest Wine Cellar ...
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